Slow Cooker Pesto Ranch Chicken Recipes

SLOW-COOKER PESTO CHICKEN THIGHS

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Versatile, juicy and oh-so affordable, these slow-cooker chicken thighs can easily be transformed into two family friendly dinners.

Provided by By Cindy Rahe

Categories Entree

Time 4h5m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 5

Ingredients

3 lb boneless skinless chicken thighs
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 jar (6.25 oz) basil pesto
2 tablespoons Progresso™ reduced sodium chicken broth (from 32-oz carton)

Steps:

Spray slow cooker lightly with cooking spray. Sprinkle chicken thighs with salt and pepper on both sides. Nestle chicken thighs in slow cooker in even layer; they may be arranged tightly, if necessary.
In small bowl, stir pesto and chicken broth. Pour over chicken thighs, and spread evenly with spoon.
Cover and cook on High heat setting 4 hours. Serve immediately using one or both of the ideas below, or cool slightly and refrigerate in an airtight container for a few days until ready to use.
Bruschetta-Topped Chicken: In medium bowl, mix 1 1/2 cups chopped fresh tomatoes, 2 tablespoons finely diced red onion, 1 tablespoon chopped fresh basil leaves, 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar, salt and pepper to taste. Let stand 10 minutes for flavors to blend. Spoon over 1/2 recipe hot Slow-Cooker Pesto Chicken Thighs, and serve with rice or pasta as desired. (To use the entire recipe of chicken thighs, double these ingredient amounts.)
Bacon Ranch Pasta and Chicken: Cook and drain 1/2 lb pasta (a short variety) as directed on package. Toss hot pasta with 1 tablespoon dry ranch dressing and seasoning mix, 1/4 cup sour cream, 1/4 cup milk, 1/2 cup shredded Italian cheese blend, 4 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled and 1/2 recipe Slow-Cooker Pesto Chicken Thighs, shredded. Top with a sprinkle of chopped fresh basil leaves, if desired. Serve warm. (To use the entire recipe of chicken thighs, double these ingredient amounts.)

Nutrition Facts : Calories 330, Carbohydrate 2 g, Cholesterol 165 mg, Fat 1, Fiber 0 g, Protein 37 g, SaturatedFat 4 1/2 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 460 mg, Sugar 0 g, TransFat 0 g

CROCK POT PESTO RANCH CHICKEN THIGHS

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This crock pot chicken thighs recipe is perfect for dinner! My Pesto Ranch Crock Pot Chicken Thighs are an easy slow cooked chicken dinner with just a few ingredients! So flavorful with minimal effort.

Provided by Jenny

Categories Main Course

Time 8h5m

Number Of Ingredients 4

Ingredients

8 boneless skinless chicken thighs
6 ounce jar of pesto
1 package Ranch Dressing Seasoning Mix
1/2 cup chicken broth

Steps:

Turn crock pot to high setting. Place chicken thighs, pesto, ranch dressing and chicken broth into crock pot. Stir gently to combine all seasonings. Close with lid and cook on high for 3-4 hours or on low for 6-8 hours.
Serve with a side of mashed potatoes and a simple salad.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 217 kcal, Carbohydrate 1 g, Protein 22 g, Fat 12 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, Cholesterol 109 mg, Sodium 362 mg, ServingSize 1 serving

SLOW COOKER PESTO RANCH CHICKEN RECIPE

Slow Cooker Pesto Ranch Chicken Recipe image

Number Of Ingredients 4

Ingredients

4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
1 (6 ounce) jar of pesto
1 (0.25 ounce) package ranch dressing mix
1 cup chicken stock

Steps:

Place chicken breasts in the bottom of slow cooker.
Spread jar of pesto over chicken using a spoon. Sprinkle on ranch dressing mix. Pour chicken stock over the top.
Cook on high for 3-4 hours or low for 6-8 hours.

SLOW COOKER PESTO RANCH CHICKEN

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I love the flavor of pesto! I fell in love with it when I made homemade pesto and this chicken recipe here.

Provided by Alyssa Rivers

Categories Dinner Main Course

Time 4h15m

Number Of Ingredients 4

Ingredients

4 chicken breasts (boneless skinless)
1 jar pesto (I used basil pesto, 8 oz)
1 package ranch dressing seasoning mix
1/2 cup chicken broth

Steps:

Spray slow cooker with cooking spray and place chicken breasts in the bottom.
Sprinkle ranch packet over the chicken breasts, pour pesto over the top, and lastly pour the chicken broth over the top.
Cook on low for 4-6 hours. Easy huh? :)

Nutrition Facts : Calories 295 kcal, Carbohydrate 5 g, Protein 33 g, Fat 14 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, Cholesterol 99 mg, Sodium 861 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 1 g, ServingSize 1 serving

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